Planetarium


ULTIMATE UNIVERSE

ULTIMATE UNIVERSE
SHOWING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS AT 1:00 PM & 2:00 PM
MARCH 8 - JUNE 1, 2008
From the edge of space and time, through vast fields of wondrous galaxies, to the majesty of our solar system, take a grand tour of the universe and experience its most provocative secrets. The “Ultimate Universe” is a journey from the edge of the universe through space and time to reach our home planet, witnessing the major components of the cosmos along the way. See the transformation of galaxies in collision. Experience the devastation of a star’s death. Feel the immense power of erupting volcanoes on Jupiter’s moon, Io. Discover the “Ultimate Universe”.

 


DESTINATION SATURN

SHOWING SATURDAYS AT 12:00 PM
MARCH 8 - MAY 31, 2008
Launched in October 1997, The Cassini-Huygens mission to Saturn and Titan is only now providing an unparalleled scientific opportunity to explore this most fascinating of planets. Journey with the Cassini spacecraft and explore Saturn’s glittering rings, complex magnetic environment, colorful storm clouds, and exotic moons, while the Huygens Probe will provide our first glimpse through the hazy atmosphere of Saturn’s moon Titan.



astronaut

ASTRONAUT
SHOWING SATURDAYS AT 11:00 AM
MARCH 8 - MAY 31, 2008

The exploration of space is the greatest endeavor that human kind has ever undertaken. What does it take to be part of this incredible journey? Explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, from floating in space to experiencing a launch from inside the human body. Go from Earth to space...and beyond.
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